![]() ![]() This is a story of a nation sabotaged-economically, medically, and politically-by its own leader, culminating with a groundbreaking, minute-by-minute account of exactly what went on in the Capitol building on January 6, as Trump’s supporters so easily breached the most sacred halls of American democracy, and how the president reacted. These sources saw firsthand his refusal to take the threat of the coronavirus seriously-even to the point of allowing himself and those around him to be infected. These witnesses to history tell the story of him longing to deploy the military to the streets of American cities to crush the protest movement in the wake of the killing of George Floyd, all to bolster his image of strength ahead of the election. Their sources were in the room as time and time again Trump put his personal gain ahead of the good of the country. What was really going on around the president, as the government failed to contain the coronavirus and over half a million Americans perished? Who was influencing Trump after he refused to concede an election he had clearly lost and spread lies about election fraud? To answer these questions, Phil Rucker and Carol Leonnig reveal a dysfunctional and bumbling presidency’s inner workings in unprecedented, stunning detail. Focused on Trump and the key players around him-the doctors, generals, senior advisers, and Trump family members- Rucker and Leonnig provide a forensic account of the most devastating year in a presidency like no other. The instant #1 New York Times bestseller | A Washington Post Notable Book | One of NPR's Best Books of 2021The definitive behind-the-scenes story of Trump's final year in office, by Phil Rucker and Carol Leonnig, the Pulitzer-Prize winning reporters and authors of A Very Stable Genius.“Chilling.” – Anderson Cooper“Jaw-dropping.” – John Berman “Shocking.” – John Heilemann“Explosive.” – Hallie Jackson“Blockbuster new reporting.” – Nicolle Wallace “Bracing new revelations.” – Brian Williams “Bombshell reporting.” – David Muir The true story of what took place in Donald Trump’s White House during a disastrous 2020 has never before been told in full.
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![]() Hexagons (regular hexagons) will tessellate, as we know well from English paper piecing.įrom there it gets complicated as to which figures will tessellate and which will not, but to go on with practical information:.Quadrilaterals (4-sided shapes) all tessellate, and all can be divided into triangles, just by drawing from corner to corner.The regular polygons that will tesselate are: Here is a summary of more practical implications.Ī shape is said to tessellate if it can cover a plane without gaps, extending to infinity in all directions. I loved geometry in high school, but the theoretical stuff quickly gets beyond me. In addition to the practical way of designing tessellations presented last week by Jean Larson, there is a whole field of mathematical theory and practice related to tessellations. Please note: As always, the links in this post are provided for your convenience only they are not affiliate links that pay me if you click on them. She has some beautiful examples of tessellated quilt patterns.įor those in the Greensboro MQG, I hope you will design some tessellations and bring them for show-and-share in April! See you there! This book goes into a lot of detail on how to make complex tessellations, but is easy to understand despite this. This one is practical and relatively easy to understand.ĭesigning Tessellations by Jinny Beyer. Introduction to Tessellations by Dale Seymour and Jill Britton. Escher), look at artist Juliana Kunstler’s website.Īnd here are a few of the many books available about tessellations: įor a detailed lesson on how to make more complex tessellations (more like M. At this point things become much more complex, and lead to the kind of tessellations that make almost anybody’s head spin! Luckily, there is an excellent step-by-step tutorial on how to do that at. It’s also possible to cut off a piece, move it to another location on the block, and then rotate it. We’ve all seen “puzzle block” quilts made like this. In this example, two squares were cut from each block and both moved directly across. The shapes still interlock just fine, but my head begins to spin at this point. Then I colored alternate squares differently so the pattern would be obvious I n this example, I have cut a square out, moved it to the other side, AND slid it down. I cut a triangle out of the left side of the square and added it to the right side. Here are some tessellations I have made to illustrate various possibilities. There are many variations on this, and I suggest you get some index cards and just go for it. The links above go to places that allow you to print various dot or triangle papers, but full disclosure: I haven’t tried them, since I have the book!Īnother common way to make tessellations is to start with a piece of paper, cut a hunk out of it, and move the hunk to another edge. If you check the internet, you can find places to print any of these, or there are samples in the back of the book for you to reproduce. Options include regular graph paper with squares, dot paper, and triangle paper, as well as paper pre-printed with hexagons. The take-home from this book is that tessellations are easier to design if you use graph paper of various kinds to guide your drawing. It’s an old book, but math doesn’t change much and it should be available second hand. The book I used most in learning about tessellations is Introduction to Tessellations by Dale Seymour and Jill Britton. With regard to the printed material, I have great luck finding used books to order online, mostly through AbeBooks. Rather, here are just a couple of examples and then some references you can use on the internet or get at a book store. Now that most of us have access to the internet, there’s a ton of good information out there about tessellations, so I’m not going to repeat it here. ![]() The pipe (|) character separates commands, so the output of the first command is the input of the next. The query starts with the table name SecurityEvent, which defines the scope of the query. This common way to get a glance at a table helps you to understand its structure and content. The preceding query returns 10 results from the SecurityEvent table, in no specific order. Identify a table that you're interested in, and then take a look at a bit of data: SecurityEvent All tables and columns are shown on the schema pane in Log Analytics in the Analytics portal. Table-based queriesĪzure Monitor organizes log data in tables, each composed of multiple columns. When you use names of tables or columns in a query, be sure to use the correct case, as shown on the schema pane. Language keywords are usually written in lowercase. Many thanks to Talha Fatih PALA for the Turkish language.KQL, which is used by Azure Monitor, is case sensitive. New language in CPU Frequency Tool: Turkish Update of the language files in the CPU query application Important fixes and improvements for MS Windows 11 Update of language files in CPU query application Important tests of the CPU query tool for the next MS Windows 11/10 update Update: Extended tests for querying the CPU and DDR memory modules and small corrections I hope the program helps you find the right working frequency! Windows 7, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Premium + Professional, Windows 7 Starter + Ultimate, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1 Enterprise and Pro, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise and Pro, The fast CPU query is suitable for: Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Home, ![]() (Image-1) CPU frequency and CPU Info identify the CPU! Google or Binge, there's a lot about it o "My CPU Frequency" -) and don't get any addware or malware! But that is because some software manufacturers (producers) have no idea (not all are meant) and have not made the effort to understand the software they are writing or have copied something wrong from the open source code and data. If at all, only the individual cores can have different frequencies and this is sometimes only the case with server processors and sometimes has to be activated separately in the PC BIOS. Different frequencies result in measurements of the individual frequencies and the threads. so), but that is not the case because it is a measurement inaccuracy due to the minimal time offset during the measurement. Some tools require administrative rights or installation, this is not the case here.įew CPU have the frequency of the threads (none), but this is often and often stated as a special measuring ability (Deluxe Edition and. You can immediately see the most important features of your CPU at a glance: CPU name, CPU frequency, L1, L2, 元 cache and size, as well as the number of processors cores and threads. However, there are many meaningless terms for most users, in this tool that are smaller than an accompanying screenshot (below) is this not so. Yes there are top dogs in the CPU query but some are very questionable, some serious like the most common tool CPU-Z. Thus, you do not have to go without this tool on other computers, or laptops and MS-Surface. ![]() Well suited for mobile use on the USB stick. ◆ Real-Time CPU Load and Frequency DisplayĬPU frequency does not need to be installed, can be easily started from the desktop without installation and can be used immediately on all Windows operating systems. ◆ Freely selectable Frequency Detection Duration Small tool for exact determination of the CPU frequency. ![]() It will also allow you to watch any file on any device, whether it be a video game console or a lap top computer. ![]() Its powerful converter will help you change any video's format to HD AVI, HD WMV, HD MOV, TS, or HD MP4. This program offers all types of features that will allow you to enjoy these videos anywhere. And the effects are very limited.If you want to enjoy your favorite videos from YouTube, Vimeo, Dailymotion, or any other platform, now you can turn to Aiseesoft Video Converter Ultimate, an efficient application that allows you to download any file from dozens of websites so that you can save them and play them whenever you want – without having to be connected to the Internet. Although the features are easy-to-use, the interface is a little difficult for beginners to master. Shotcut is a totally free video editor with fewer editing features. But as an open-source video editor, it always crashed with a large occupation of CPU. Its intuitive interface is also suitable for beginners. If you want to edit more about audio and image files, Openshot is a good choice. However, the hacking incident makes it dangerous to download. And it supports many preset transitions and effects for you. It provides all the basic features with a relatively complex interface. VSDC Free Video Editor is also a free video editor with a pro version. Part 4: 3 Alternatives to Aiseesoft Video Editor 1. And the free version is also good for you to have a try. With its versatile function, the outright price is not very high. The Pro version of Aiseesoft Free Video Editor is very necessary for video editing because the free version has the limitation of video duration to 2 minutes. (Able to export videos for devices or with lossless format) Part 2: Overall Reviews of Aiseesoft Video Editor: Scores, Pros, and Cons And you can adjust the position easily and precisely by setting the distance. What's more, you can also take a picture as a watermark. If you add text as the watermark, you can choose the desired font and color. ![]() To protect your ownership, you can also use Aiseesoft Free Video Editor to add customized watermarks to your videos. It includes four main adjustments, so you can improve the video and audio quality by increasing the resolution, optimizing brightness, removing audio noise, and reducing video shaking. It's a very special feature for a video editor, and it can keep high-quality videos. Not only can Aiseesoft Free Video Editor edit videos but also can enhance video quality. In this way, you can create a unique effect as you like. Unlike most preset effects in other video editors, you can adjust the brightness, contrast, saturation, and hue of the videos. In addition to the basic editing features like rotating, cropping, clipping, and joining videos, you can also add effects to your videos. And when you enter each feature, you can adjust the parameters easily by clicking the upward or downward arrow. ![]() After launching this software, you can see 8 functions listed in the main interface, and you can directly choose the desired one. Intuitive interface with specific features listed.Īiseesoft Free Video Editor has a very clean and easy-to-use interface. Pro Version of Aiseesoft Free Video Editor: Is It Worth Buying? Part 4: 3 Alternatives to Aiseesoft Video Editor Part 5: FAQs of Aiseesoft Video Editor Part 1: 4 Key Features of Aiseesoft Free Video Editor 1. Part 1: 4 Key Features of Aiseesoft Free Video Editor Part 2: Overall Reviews of Aiseesoft Video Editor: Scores, Pros, and Cons Part 3: Free Version V.S. As long as your child is alert when awake, extra sleeping is normal. They take extra naps and sleep longer hours for many days. They become easily tired and need extra rest.Children who are sick are often less active.What You Should Know About Normal Fatigue (feeling very tired) When Sick:.Normal fatigue after hard work or sportsĬare Advice for Normal Fatigue (Feeling Very Tired).Normal fatigue during a short-term illness (tires easily and needs more rest, but no true weakness).Delays in motor development (sitting, crawling, walking).Fatigue (tires easily but no weakness) lasts more than 2 weeks.Weakness is a chronic problem and not getting worse.You think your child needs to be seen, but the problem is not urgent.Fever present more than 3 days with fatigue (tires easily but no weakness).Weakness is a chronic problem and getting worse.You think your child needs to be seen, and the problem is urgent.All other children with new onset of weakness.You think your child has a life-threatening emergency.Trouble breathing or slow, weak breathing.When to Call for Weakness and Fatigue Call 911 Now The muscle pain lasts a few days to a week. The pain can make some children not want to walk. Muscle pain in the leg muscles is seen with some viral infections, such as influenza. Some types of poisoning can cause weakness, often with confusion. Once the tick is removed, the weakness clears. A rare problem from a tick that has been attached for 5 or more days. It affects the same parts on both sides of the body. A severe nerve weakness that starts in the feet and moves up the body over several days. See the Mosquito Bite care guide for details. There has been a rise in cases since 2014. It causes sudden onset of arm or leg weakness in one or more places. There have been no cases in the US since 1979. Polio is almost wiped out in the entire world. It is prevented by the polio virus vaccine. A severe spinal cord disease that causes paralysis. Specific Causes of New Onset Muscle Weakness If the weakness gets worse, most children need to be admitted to the hospital. Most children with new onset weakness need special tests to make the right diagnosis.Diseases that cause muscle weakness are very rare. Nerves carry messages from the spinal cord to the muscles in the arms and legs. True weakness points to diseases of the spinal cord or its nerves. Most causes of new onset muscle weakness are serious.In the early months, you will see the loss of head support, reaching or kicking. These include new trouble turning over, sitting, crawling, and pulling up. In infants not yet walking, you will see the loss of motor milestones (loss of normal development). You might notice trouble sucking, swallowing or speaking. ![]() A droopy face or crooked smile may also occur. Weak face muscles cause droopy eyelids or trouble moving the eyes. If the weakness is severe, the child starts dropping objects. Other children have trouble lifting objects above the head, turning door knobs or buttoning shirts. Examples: trouble feeding one's self, writing/drawing/typing, combing or washing the hair. ![]() If severe, the child can't stand or walk. Examples: trouble standing, walking, climbing stairs, getting off the floor, running and jumping. Reason: muscle strength is needed for normal walking. Once a child is walking, weakness is seen more in the legs than the arms. True weakness always interferes with function.Fatigue means feeling very tired and needing extra rest.Paralysis means severe loss of strength.Weakness means decreased muscle strength.
![]() Its final song was "Fall in Love" by Norma Sheffield in 2016. Sun Fire's first song was "Louder and Faster" by Powerful T. Futura received ownership of Rodgers Music. Sun Fire was not long-lived, as Dave and Futura split in 2016. Dave was a writer and an arranger under the label during this period. The Sun Fire label was formed in the early 2010s by Futura. Its final song was "All Around the World" by Dave Rodgers feat. Storm).Ī.Beat-C's first song was "Your Body Lies" by Norma Sheffield in 1990. Throughout A.Beat-C's lifetime, many impressive names made appearances in the label including guitarists Jennifer Batten, Kiko Loureiro, and Patrick Rondat as well as rock vocalists Alex De Rosso (as Ace Warrior), Roberto Tiranti (as Powerful T.), and Fabio Lione (as J. Dave wrote and/or produced a vast majority of the eurobeat the label made. A.Beat-C is a sublabel of Rodgers & Contini Records, which also included Bulldozer Records, C&R, and more. In 1990, Dave established a new label with Alberto Contini and Domino called A.Beat-C. Later, Aleph would become a solo alias used by Dave alone. Aleph would release more hits such as "Fire on the Moon" and "Big Brother" amongst others. Their first major hit was the 1985 release "Fly To Me" under Time Records. In the early 80s, Dave began in the Italo-disco band Aleph with Donato Bellini and Marco Manzi. Dave is often referred to as the "Godfather of Eurobeat" by fans, and his contributions to the genre helped shape it into what it is today. He has sold over 30 million albums as a singer, composer, and producer throughout his career. Label: Time, A-Beat.C, Sun Fire, Dave Rodgers Music,ĭave Rodgers is likely the most well known eurobeat artist worldwide. And the thing about trains is that they don’t go back to pick-up passengers who didn’t get there on time.Aliases: Derek Simon, Robert Stone, Patrick Hoolley, Mario Ross, Red Skins, RCS, Thomas & Schubert, Aleph, The Big Brother, The AI train is pulling out from the station as we speak. Which means that if you want to strike it rich in the AI Boom, you need to act now. The AI Boom could play out in a few years. The AI Boom is moving much, much more quickly. Because it is a microcosm for the only difference between the AI Boom and the Dot Com Boom. It took Jobs several years to work his way back into Apple. Just this past week, Sam Altman was pushed out of the most powerful AI company – OpenAI – only to return days later. The two are identical even down to the boardroom drama.ĭuring the Dot Com Boom, Steve Jobs was pushed out of the most powerful computer company, Apple, only to return years later. Here, in the early 2020s, AI stocks are flying higher – and are actually tracing the exact path internet stocks took 30 years ago. ![]() Here, in the early 2020s, pundits and skeptics are ridiculing AI as being a passing fad, while some of the world’s smartest futurists and investors are telling us it will be the biggest innovation the world has ever seen.īack in the 1990s, internet stocks were flying higher. Here, in the early 2020s, hundreds of AI startups have popped up all over America, and billions upon billions of dollars have flowed into those startups, with each of them promising to use AI to change how humans shop, work, travel and more.īack in the 1990s, pundits and skeptics ridiculed the internet as being a passing fad, while some of the world’s smartest futurists and investors told us it would be the biggest innovation the world has ever seen. ![]() Here, in the early 2020s, there is this new technology called AI which promises to make everything faster, more efficient, and more productive, and promises to automate a bunch of arduous and boring tasks.īack in the 1990s, hundreds of internet startups popped up all over America, and billions upon billions of dollars flowed into those startups, with each of them promising to use the internet to change how humans shop, work, travel, and more. ![]() Back in the 1990s, there was this new technology called the internet which promised to make everything faster, more efficient, and more productive, and promised to automate a bunch of arduous and boring tasks. ![]() Additionally, not all gamers might enjoy how much time they need to invest in order to get familiarized with this title’s mechanisms since it requires lots of patience and dedication due to its complexity level. It may occur during gameplay or when attempting certain actions within the interface itself - something which could be annoying for some players who want everything running smoothly. However, some users have reported that there are some weak sides to this app, such as bugs or glitches. So there’s no shortage of ways to protect your domain from foreign enemies or even launch attacks against them yourself! Furthermore, there are plenty of options when it comes to warfare - both defensive and offensive. You can also engage in diplomacy and trade to further expand your royal estate. The player can also interact with other characters throughout the course of the game, which helps make for a more immersive experience overall. The goal of the game is to gain control of Europe by building alliances, conquering territories, or even finding ways around enemy forces if needed. Players can choose from several different factions, each with their own unique goals and objectives they must accomplish while playing as them. Let's take a look at what makes this game so fascinating and why it continues to be so well-liked by players all over the world.Ĭrusader Kings III offers players a chance to dive into history and explore it in an epic way. This game has become a hit with its numerous features and realistic approach to gameplay. Among them, one of the most popular titles is Crusader Kings III by Paradox Development Studio. ![]() Crusader Kings III remains the most forgiving in terms of first-time experiences and provides a sturdy foundation for the more challenging games available.The strategy game genre is gaining popularity among gamers. ![]() The significant historical periods they span should provide something appealing for a variety of different audiences, and they are worth giving a chance to see which one suits any particular playstyle the most. The grand strategy titles on offer from Paradox are, almost without fail, excellent experiences ( Imperator: Rome being the most prominent exception to that rule). The more modular nature of the game allows for a more forgiving pace and the ability to learn separate elements and strategies at a slower pace, rather than everything all at once on a grand scale. While many of the older games are brilliant in their own right, they often feel more confusing and less streamlined in the way the systems are set up, with the developer's experience really coming to bear in Crusader Kings III. The complex nature of the systems employed in Paradox titles has led to several difficulties in balancing the games of the past. Crusader Kings III can be just as enjoyable playing as a lowly lord, and it is much of the learning at that level that allows players to turn their hands to the more advanced mechanics and macro-management elements further down the line.Ĭrusader Kings III also benefits from its relatively recent release. There are far more role-playing elements that serve not only to make the game feel more varied for newcomers to the genre but also to make it more difficult to entirely "lose" the game. One of the more significant differences between the Crusader Kings series and other Paradox titles, like Hearts of Iron, Victoria, and Europa Universalis, is that it is not purely a grand strategy. ![]() Although having a tutorial that covered every mechanic in the game would be impossible due to its scope, it does make the first hour or two considerably less daunting. The most immediately noticeable change is that it was the first game in the series to include a tutorial designed to introduce players to the more significant mechanics in the game. 2020's Crusader Kings III took significant steps to create a more welcoming experience from the outset. The Crusader Kings series is perhaps the most well-known and well-liked of the franchises that Paradox produces, but the first two games did very little to accommodate newer players. The screen shows the currently installed version of iOS and whether an update is available. ![]() To check for and install software updates, go to Settings > General > Software Update. To turn off automatic updates, go to Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates. You’re notified before an update is installed. When an update is available, iPhone downloads and installs the update overnight while charging and connected to Wi-Fi. ![]() Turn on iOS Updates below Automatically Install and Automatically Download. Impact: An app may be able to break out of its sandbox. Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Automatic Updates. Available for: iPhone XS and later, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 2nd generation and later, iPad Pro 10.5-inch, iPad Pro 11-inch 1st generation and later, iPad Air 3rd generation and later, iPad 6th generation and later, and iPad mini 5th generation and later. When you download the latest version of iOS, your data and settings remain unchanged. DirEqual is a Folder Compare Tool that makes it extremely easy to compare local files and folders on your Mac. If you have not downloaded the most current release, you will not see the option to install the latest release.įind out which iPhone models are compatible with iOS 17. You will only see updates that are compatible with your current software version. You can also consider antivirus software for your Mac.Before downloading new software, it's a good idea to back up your device to make sure that you have a copy of your important information. Then, check the news regarding that software to find out how the update is performing. It also offers a variety of new tools, including easy access to Microsoft 365 apps, pinning and snoozing email for better inbox management, and intelligent features that allow users with a work or school account to use Outlook with Microsoft Loop and. If in doubt, we recommend you wait a week or more before installing any new updates. The new Outlook for Windows offers the most popular features and configurations from the current desktop version of Outlook for Windows. Software downloaded from the store is sandboxed too, a measure put in place to protect your system from unwanted changes. So, these shouldn't pose too much of a threat. New York, NY, Decem() Naarak Studio, a macOS development team is pleased to announce its latest innovation to its lineup of macOS tools, DirEqual.The utility tool is an advanced directory comparison utility tool for Mac. The file size of the latest installer available for download is 16.7 MB. Mac App Store updates are scrutinized by Apple themselves. DirEqual 5.7.2 for Mac is free to download from our software library. Learn how to update the software on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max, three chips featuring groundbreaking technologies that deliver dramatically increased performance and unleash new capabilities for Mac. The latest version of iOS is 17.2.1 and iPadOS is 17.2. This is another great reason to back up your system regularly. Keeping your software up to date is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your Apple product's security. It's a rare occurrence and even rarer for it to happen twice, but it's never impossible. The main problem is that there's no way of knowing if the app you're about to update has been compromised until it's too late. Transmission acted quickly on both occasions but blindly trusting the installer had consequences for more than a handful of users. The primary method for spreading the included malware was by including it in a software update. For each file or folder listed, the command will, by default, show the date and time the item was last changed, if the item is a folder (labeled with DIR) or file, the size of the file if applicable, and finally the name of the. The download version of DirEqual for Mac is 5.7.2. The app was hit again with yet more malware in August of the same year. The dir command is a Command Prompt command used to display a list of the files and subfolders contained in a folder. ![]() In March 2016, Mac torrent client Transmission became infected with malware well, ransomware to be precise. ![]() Rita of Cascia‘s life is one of courage, endurance, and faith, from her early years in Italy to her path to sainthood. Rita of Cascia is revered in the Catholic Church for her persistent piety and her capacity to make intercession for people in seemingly hopeless circumstances. Rita of Cascia’s Incredible Journey: 13 Facts about Her Testimony to Perseverance What other Catholic things are there to see in Cascia, Italy?.What other saints are in Cascia, Italy?.How can I make a pilgrimage to see St.Rita of Cascia and Other Saints in Cascia, Italy Why is Saint Rita the saint of the impossible?.Rita! Ask her to pray for you and your family. ![]() Rita along with Jesus can help make the impossible happen. Such a pilgrimage could be life-changing for families or persons in need of spiritual invigoration, as St. Making the trip is an excellent spiritual pilgrimage for homeschooling families. Its beauty is breathtaking and the holy presence of God and of St. Miracles continue, as thousands of people flock to the church where her incorrupt body lies peacefully, as if she were simply sleeping. Her last words were, “Love God above all things.” As Rita’s dead body lay in the church for three days, many miracles of healing came to those who visited her coffin. Rita was surrounded by the nuns, who recognized she was a saint. Rita when she was 76 years old, to tell her she would die shortly. The other nuns never saw the thorn, but the appearance of the wound alone was so difficult for the nuns to bear that Rita lived separately, spending her days alone, in her private cell, always in meditation and prayer.īoth Jesus and the Blessed Mother appeared to St. In an instant, Jesus gave her the pain of a thorn in her forehead, and she carried an open wound there for the rest of her life. One day, after listening to a powerful sermon by a priest, she prayed that Jesus let her share His sufferings on the Cross. Her life in the convent was one of prayer and sacrifice and devotion to duty. Shortly after the death of her husband and the subsequent death of her two sons, Rita joined a convent and lived a heroic life as a nun for forty years. Though devastated, Rita realized she should accept her husband’s death as God’s plan, and she forgave the men who killed him. Shortly afterward, however, he was murdered in the street. Rita taught her sons the practice of the spiritual works of mercy as well.Īfter some years, Rita’s husband changed and came to value his wife’s patience and kindness. In spite of her husband’s anger, her boys grew up seeing and helping her practice the corporal works of mercy by giving time and material goods to those in need. She included her boys in her daily devotions and prayers and encouraged them to accept God’s will. In spite of his abuse, she calmly talked to him about displeasing God with his violent outbursts of anger.Īfter Rita and her husband had two little boys, Rita taught them their Catholic Faith and gave them daily examples of how to live the Catholic life, especially in caring for others and attending Mass. They also recognized Rita’s holiness because she withstood her husband’s abuse with humility and patience, and worked positively to provide a clean and neat house, well-made clothes for her wealthy husband, and elegant meals. Women in the community saw the wickedness of Rita’s husband in the cruel way he treated her with angry abusive words. Not only was her husband completely different from Rita, but he was “her relentless persecutor,” according to her biographer, Fr. Her parents chose a well-to-do young man who was in no way religious. ![]() When she grew older, Rita wanted to enter a convent, but her elderly parents wished her to marry so she could provide for them. She prayed often in church and had a great concern to help those in need. Rita’s life as a child was noted for its remarkable holiness. Rita is remarkable in many ways, the first being that an angel appeared to her mother, who was past child-bearing age, and told her she would have a daughter, to be named Rita. Rita, called the Saint of the Impossible, encourages us to be determined and faithful in living out our Catholic Faith and teaching God’s Commandments to our children. Rita an inspiration because she worked unceasingly to raise her sons as good Catholics, in spite of a difficult, often anti-Christian culture. However, we homeschooling mothers may consider St. Rita, whose feast day is May 22, is a saint we hear of infrequently, perhaps because she had such an unusual life. |
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